Jeremiah 51:2
Jeremiah 51:2 in Multiple Translations
I will send strangers to Babylon to winnow her and empty her land; for they will come against her from every side in her day of disaster.
And will send unto Babylon fanners, that shall fan her, and shall empty her land: for in the day of trouble they shall be against her round about.
And I will send unto Babylon strangers, that shall winnow her; and they shall empty her land: for in the day of trouble they shall be against her round about.
And I will send men to Babylon to make her clean and get her land cleared: for in the day of trouble they will put up their tents against her on every side.
I will send foreign soldiers to attack Babylon to winnow her and turn her country into a wasteland—they will attack her from all directions when her time of trouble comes.
And wil send vnto Babel fanners that shall fanne her, and shall empty her land: for in the day of trouble they shalbe against her on euery side.
And I have sent to Babylon fanners, And they have fanned it, and they empty its land, For they have been against it, Round about — in the day of evil.
I will send to Babylon strangers, who will winnow her. They will empty her land; for in the day of trouble they will be against her all around.
And will send to Babylon fanners, that shall fan her, and shall empty her land: for in the day of trouble they shall be against her on all sides.
And I will send to Babylon fanners, and they shall fan her, and shall destroy her land: for they are come upon her on every side in the day of her affliction.
I will send a foreign army to come to get rid of Babylonia like a strong wind that blows away chaff. They will attack from every direction on that day of disaster.
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Study Notes — Jeremiah 51:2
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- Jeremiah 51:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 51:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 51:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 51:2
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 51:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
- Sermons on Jeremiah 51:2
Context — Judgment on Babylon
2I will send strangers to Babylon to winnow her and empty her land; for they will come against her from every side in her day of disaster.
3Do not let the archer bend his bow or put on his armor. Do not spare her young men; devote all her army to destruction! 4And they will fall slain in the land of the Chaldeans, and pierced through in her streets.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 15:7 | I will scatter them with a winnowing fork at the gates of the land. I will bereave and destroy My people who have not turned from their ways. |
| 2 | Matthew 3:12 | His winnowing fork is in His hand to clear His threshing floor and to gather His wheat into the barn; but He will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.” |
| 3 | Isaiah 41:16 | You will winnow them, and a wind will carry them away; a gale will scatter them. But you will rejoice in the LORD; you will glory in the Holy One of Israel. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 5:12 | A third of your people will die by plague or be consumed by famine within you, a third will fall by the sword outside your walls, and a third I will scatter to every wind and unleash a sword behind them. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 50:32 | The arrogant one will stumble and fall with no one to pick him up. And I will kindle a fire in his cities to consume all those around him.” |
| 6 | Jeremiah 50:29 | Summon the archers against Babylon, all who string the bow. Encamp all around her; let no one escape. Repay her according to her deeds; do to her as she has done. For she has defied the LORD, the Holy One of Israel. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 51:27–28 | “Raise a banner in the land! Blow the ram’s horn among the nations! Prepare the nations against her. Summon the kingdoms against her— Ararat, Minni, and Ashkenaz. Appoint a captain against her; bring up horses like swarming locusts. Prepare the nations for battle against her— the kings of the Medes, their governors and all their officials, and all the lands they rule. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 50:14–15 | Line up in formation around Babylon, all you who draw the bow! Shoot at her! Spare no arrows! For she has sinned against the LORD. Raise a war cry against her on every side! She has thrown up her hands in surrender; her towers have fallen; her walls are torn down. Since this is the vengeance of the LORD, take out your vengeance upon her; as she has done, do the same to her. |
Jeremiah 51:2 Summary
In Jeremiah 51:2, God promises to send enemies to destroy Babylon, a powerful and wicked nation. This shows that God is in control of all nations and will judge those who oppose Him (as seen in Psalm 2:1-4). Just like Babylon, we can face disaster if we rebel against God, but if we turn to Him and obey, we can experience His mercy and love (as promised in 2 Chronicles 7:14). By trusting in God's sovereignty, we can have peace and hope, even in uncertain times.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to 'send strangers' to Babylon in Jeremiah 51:2?
In this context, 'strangers' refers to foreign enemies who will conquer and destroy Babylon, as prophesied in Jeremiah 51:2, fulfilling God's judgment on the nation, similar to what is seen in Isaiah 13:1-5.
Why would God want to 'empty her land' as mentioned in Jeremiah 51:2?
God's judgment on Babylon is a result of her wickedness and idolatry, as seen in Jeremiah 51:1, and emptying her land is a form of punishment, much like what is described in Deuteronomy 28:63, where God warns of the consequences of disobedience.
What is the 'day of disaster' mentioned in Jeremiah 51:2?
The 'day of disaster' refers to the time of Babylon's judgment and destruction, which is also prophesied in Revelation 18:10, where Babylon's fall is described as a time of God's wrath and punishment.
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Jeremiah?
This verse is part of Jeremiah's prophecy against Babylon, emphasizing God's sovereignty and judgment on nations that oppose Him, as seen in Jeremiah 1:10, where God commissions Jeremiah to speak against the nations.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God uses unexpected events or people to accomplish His purposes, as seen in Jeremiah 51:2?
- How can we trust in God's sovereignty, even when we face uncertainty or disaster, as described in this verse?
- What are some areas in our own lives where we may be resisting God's will or opposing His plans, and how can we surrender to Him?
- How can we apply the lesson of Babylon's destruction to our own lives, recognizing the importance of humility and obedience to God?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 51:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 51:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 51:2
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 51:2
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 51:2
Sermons on Jeremiah 51:2
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Husbanding by Abner Kauffman | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the importance of taking care of our homes and families. He uses the analogy of threshing instruments to emphasize that each family is uniqu |
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The Threshing Floor of Ornan by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a genuine and real relationship with God. He highlights the need for believers to have a solid foundation in their f |
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(Daniel) Daniel's Great Vision by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the speaker, Daniel, expresses his grief and troubled spirit. He seeks the interpretation of his dream from a created being. The interpretation reveals that the fou |
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Will God Change Me by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the concept of transformation and newness of life through Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the role of John the Baptist in introducing Jesus to t |
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We Must Return to the Apostolic Message by Miki Hardy | In this sermon on 2 Corinthians chapter 6, the speaker shares his personal journey of understanding the Gospel and the call of God in his life. He emphasizes that true ministry is |
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(Church Life) an Overview of the Kingdom by Mose Stoltzfus | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the prophecy of the image in the book of Daniel. The image represents four major world kingdoms, with the fifth being the kingdom of God. Thes |
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The Burning Hell That Jesus Preached by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the topic of hell and responds to a television program that ridiculed the teaching of the Word of God. He emphasizes the eternal nature of he |







